GM Reveals 2014 Chevrolet SS

[knowitman]

Originally Posted by karguy

After the new C7 Corvette the new Chevy SS looks like another generic japanese design to me...especially the tail looks like the outgoing Lexus IS 350 to me...
The LS-3 V8 is nice (better than the new AFM LT1) but again GM screwed up by only offering a boring slushbox instead of a 6-speed.
The Chevy SS on the heavy Holden G8/5gen Camaro platform will be nothing more than a stopgap measure until the new lighter alpha platform cars arrive 2 years from now...
With a 6 speed at least it would have been a Lexus IS with a LS-3 V8 and kind of interesting...
After the new Vette another disappointment and I don't get my hopes up too high for the new AFM-LT1 Camaro because of AFM and probably bland looks looking at Chevy's latest offerings...
They should put the blindspot detector on the Camaro...

So the AFM, on the Corvette runs the rest of the car? While I would have appreciated the inclusion of a manual transmission on this car, it will be easier to sell with an automatic. They are trying to make this a "family" car.

[tramtwo]

They will sell all the can make... i want the seats!

tramtwo posted this on the go

[Number 3]

Originally Posted by karguy

After the new C7 Corvette the new Chevy SS looks like another generic japanese design to me...especially the tail looks like the outgoing Lexus IS 350 to me...
The LS-3 V8 is nice (better than the new AFM LT1) but again GM screwed up by only offering a boring slushbox instead of a 6-speed.
The Chevy SS on the heavy Holden G8/5gen Camaro platform will be nothing more than a stopgap measure until the new lighter alpha platform cars arrive 2 years from now...
With a 6 speed at least it would have been a Lexus IS with a LS-3 V8 and kind of interesting...
After the new Vette another disappointment and I don't get my hopes up too high for the new AFM-LT1 Camaro because of AFM and probably bland looks looking at Chevy's latest offerings...
They should put the blindspot detector on the Camaro...

Originally Posted by karguy

I would definately say that the AFM ruins the Corvette as the lack of 6-speed ruins the Aussie SS...at least for me or like minded enthusiasts.
The with the Cruze Diesel that is Auto only.
The new GM is starting to look awfully lot like the old one.
Not run by enthusiasts but bean counters...
Of course the sell more automatics.But don't call it a SS if is is only a cruiser for old farts or familiy guys...
SS stands for Super Sport and not super slow,my wife doesn't know how to use a stick...

It has a 6 speed. Just not a manual transmission.


The Holden shown last week had a manual transmission. I would guess you are seeing launch content? And no where did it say "no manual trans".

And is it possible that the manual trans car will come with, dare we hope?, an LS9? Rumors from down under had cars driving around with noticeable supercharger whine.

Would an LS3 automatic and a LS9 manual make everyone happy?

That seems like a combination that would send the competition to the bench.

Oh and when I try to price out a Dodge Charger SRT it not only doesn't offer a manual trans, it only has 5, yes five, speeds. Not 6 like the SS.

[The IOM Ninja]

Originally Posted by karguy

I would definately say that the AFM ruins the Corvette as the lack of 6-speed ruins the Aussie SS...at least for me or like minded enthusiasts.
The with the Cruze Diesel that is Auto only.
The new GM is starting to look awfully lot like the old one.
Not run by enthusiasts but bean counters...
Of course the sell more automatics.But don't call it a SS if is is only a cruiser for old farts or familiy guys...
SS stands for Super Sport and not super slow,my wife doesn't know how to use a stick...

It does on the Trailblazer SS

[G8GT4now]

I like just about everything about it except the front end. It just looks too vanilla for a 4 door corvette.

This probably look better in person like the G8 did. Interested in pricing, but I expect this thing to get no more than 21 mpg hwy.

[flht99b]

GM, listen up. Build a Cadillac version of the SS which means an upgraded interior, magnetic ride and some Cadillac styling cues and my wife will have one, black on black, LS3 with the automatic with all the options. We came very close to buying a CTS-V BUT, she felt she really doesn't want or need a 556hp supercharged car as a daily driver. Had we been able to purchase a CTS-V "light", a CTS-V with a NA LS3 or even L99 and automatic would have made a sale, of course with the Recaro seats !!!!
Ed M.

[Number 3]

Originally Posted by G8GT4now

I like just about everything about it except the front end. It just looks too vanilla for a 4 door corvette.

This probably look better in person like the G8 did. Interested in pricing, but I expect this thing to get no more than 21 mpg hwy.

The GXP was 13/20.

Guessing that they will up the FE at expense of 0-60. But we'll have to wait for bit to find out.

[Mr. Wyndham]

Originally Posted by flht99b

GM, listen up. Build a Cadillac version of the SS which means an upgraded interior, magnetic ride and some Cadillac styling cues and my wife will have one, black on black, LS3 with the automatic with all the options. We came very close to buying a CTS-V BUT, she felt she really doesn't want or need a 556hp supercharged car as a daily driver. Had we been able to purchase a CTS-V "light", a CTS-V with a NA LS3 or even L99 and automatic would have made a sale, of course with the Recaro seats !!!!
Ed M.

Consider a rumored ATS-V with 400-ish TTV6 hp? Or are you guys looking for a larger car?

[oklapike]

Originally Posted by Number 3

Why? The Corvette has had the LS3 with an automatic for years now.

Because the automatic Camaro doesn't have the LS3.

Originally Posted by Scrappy Doo

Now just use the ls3 auto in the camaro and we would be set. LOL.

Might be a nice option for the final two model years of the 5th gen (unless, of course, GM surprises us all with LT1s).

[CausticGuy]

Love the front! Finally LED running lights. Should be mean on the road.

[el ess A]

Bleh. Not feeling it. Two too many doors. Just like the Holden counterpart.

[376LS3]

Hmm....I have never considered trading my car for anything..until now maybe???? Would make getting my 2 year old daughter in and out of SOOOO much easier!

[Number 3]

Originally Posted by oklapike

Because the automatic Camaro doesn't have the LS3.
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Ummm yeah I know the Camaro doesn't have an LS3 and auto. My comment was why would the SS having suddenly bother anyone when the Corvette has has it for years.

[Angrybird 12]

Originally Posted by Number 3

Ummm yeah I know the Camaro doesn't have an LS3 and auto. My comment was why would the SS having suddenly bother anyone when the Corvette has has it for years.

You are always going to have those thinking no performance car should have an automatic. And it's good they have already said they won't buy one because it leaves more for those that live in 2013 and not 1962.